Shame brings no advantage in misfortunes, for silence (of the accused) is the ally of the speaker.
The truth is always the strongest argument.
Wealth makes an ugly person beautiful to look on and an incoherent speech eloquent; and wealth alone can enjoy pleasure even in sickness and can conceal its miseries.
We must wait until the evening to see how splendid the day had been.
Men should pledge themselves to nothing; for reflection makes a liar of their resolution.
It is the merit of a general to impart good news, and to conceal the truth.